Share on PinterestA new study found that a “beer belly” may be linked to harmful changes in the heart structure, especially in men. Image Credit: master1305/Getty Images A new study found that abdominal fat, or a “beer belly,” may be linked to harmful changes in heart structure, particularly in males. The researchers say that a […]
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Share on PinterestAccording to research, most people may not be getting enough omega-3 fatty acids in their diet. Image Credit: Tanja Ivanova/Getty Images A new research review reports that most people do not consume the recommended amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. These acids are considered beneficial for brain, skin, and heart health. Experts say it’s […]
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Share on PinterestNew cervical cancer screening guidelines endorse self-collection methods for HPV testing for average-risk individuals in clinical settings. Svetlana Repnitskaya/Getty Images New guidelines from the American Cancer Society endorse self-collection of vaginal specimens for HPV testing in clinical settings. Females must be between 25 and 65 and have an average risk to be eligible […]
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Share on PinterestCases of “winter vomiting disease,” also known as norovirus, are rising ahead of schedule this year. Alexey Kuzma/Stocksy “Winter vomiting disease” is on the rise across the United States, with norovirus cases surging since mid-October. Wastewater surveillance and CDC testing indicate that norovirus is spreading earlier and faster than usual, particularly in Louisiana, […]
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Share on PinterestA new study found that a 4-week alternate-day fasting protocol showed significant reductions in body fat, but also muscle mass. Lumina/Stocksy Researchers report that alternate-day fasting can help reduce body mass and fat mass. However, they added that this type of eating plan can also lower a person’s muscle mass. Experts say alternate-day […]
Read MoreIntroduction Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) is a life-threatening metabolic emergency with high mortality rate. Yet, there is no national system in the UK to monitor clinical practice or outcomes. To address this, we implemented and evaluated a multicenter surveillance system for HHS, assessing interhospital variations in management, outcomes, and barriers to guideline implementation. Research design […]
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Share on PinterestAccording to the latest research, plant-based diets may help prevent a range of chronic conditions, including diabetes. Image credit: Monica Bertolazzi/Getty Images Research shows there are various benefits associated with following a plant-based diet. Studies have shown that a plant-based diet may be better for preventing diabetes than a low carb diet. A […]
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Share on Pinterest Doctors are raising concerns that the move to delay the hepatitis B shot for newborns upends decades of vaccination policy without evidence and will likely increase risks of chronic conditions for children. San Francisco Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers/Getty Images A CDC advisory committee voted today to alter the hepatitis B childhood vaccine schedule. The […]
Read MoreIntroductive Early impairments in post-challenge glucose regulation are not fully captured by fasting measures alone. The postload-fasting gap, defined as the difference between 2-hour postload plasma glucose (2hPG) and fasting plasma glucose (FPG), may reflect dynamic dysregulation, yet its relation with glycaemic deterioration and remission in Chinese populations remains unclear. To characterise the dose-response relation […]
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Share on PinterestA nationwide recall of shredded cheese products that may contain metal fragments raises concern over the possible risks of intestinal injury or illness. Luciano Spinelli/Stocksy The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall for over 1 million bags of shredded cheese due to the possible presence of metal particles or Listeria. The […]
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